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Spring Thank You Notes {Free Printable}

March 28, 2014

Spring is in the air! I truly think I saw a peek or two of sunshine through the clouds today. If you're looking for a fun (and free) way to update your thank you note stash, you can print these cute Spring thank you notes we made for Life Your Way. … [Click to continue reading]

Building Reading & Listening Skills with Audiobooks {And Where to Find Audiobooks}

March 26, 2014

Everyone loves a good story. While I love reading a good book, I also like to listen to a good audiobook from time to time. I also encourage our daughter to listen to audiobooks. She has truly enjoyed the Adventures in Odyssey audiobooks, and I want … [Click to continue reading]

How I Avoided Prescription Painkillers After Surgery

March 23, 2014

I'm back to report that knee surgery was successful! (It was also not as traumatic as my past surgery experience. So thanks for your prayers!) They were able to remove the renegade pieces of cartilage and do some patella repair. They sent me home … [Click to continue reading]

On Letting Go

March 17, 2014

There are more than enough creative (and somewhat cheesy) 'Let It Go' parodies floating around cyberspace right now. I promise this isn't one. :) This Friday I'm scheduled for knee surgery. Technically, it's JUST a scope. But since they're poking … [Click to continue reading]

Bagel Thins French Toast {Plus a Giveaway}

March 14, 2014

For the Love of Bagels My family LOVES bagels. We eat them plain with cream cheese, toasted for sandwiches, or as mini-pizzas with melted cheese on top. We haven't met a bagel we didn't like. ;) My biggest concern with bagels is the number of … [Click to continue reading]

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Welcome! I'm Jennifer - wife and homeschooling mom, Jesus-follower, lover of big ideas & good books, encourager, essential oil user, website designer. I have a crazy love for baking, printables, and hospitality. So grab a cup of coffee (or lemon water), prop up your feet, and stay for a while.
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